2015
INDEPENDENT TOURING
W I T H O P T I O N A L C O N C I E R G E & C H AU F F E U R S E RV I C E S
Ireland
GONE GOLFING
From the northern tip of the island to the south, golf and history are inseparable in Ireland. Some courses are legendary, some are serene, others are wicked and wild, but they are ALL renowned! As they say, it’s not what we play, but where we play. Back home, we all belong to our private country clubs, we have our selected foursome, we have our own ideas about what a “great time” means, and we most definitely enjoy the good life that surrounds a splendid game of golf. So just because you are overseas why should things be any different? At GoneGolfing we understand there is much more to the game than just golf. Our golf experiences cater to your timeframe, exclusively for you and as refined as you desire …with a few extra gems thrown in! Gather your foursome and tee off in MyWAY style (driving your own vehicle) or leave the driving to us as we set out to play 5 of Ireland’s top links courses over a spectacular 8-days/7-nights – with or without a pro.
DATES Any dates during April to October 2015!
RATES (per person) (at minimum 4 participants – 2 persons per car)
South West Links Golfing: Doonbeg, Lahinch, Ballybunion, Dooks, Waterville & Old head. 4 persons sharing 1 car (station wagon type)
4 persons sharing 2 cars (sedan automatic)
4 persons, vans and driver included (Mercedes Viano)
PRICE
$4,795 $5,525 $5,995
Get the ultimate golf experience: Add a golf teaching PGA pro to your package at $1,450 per person (at 4 persons traveling together). He will travel and play with you from day one through day 8. Single supplements available upon request. Rates are a guide only. Prices will be confirmed at time of booking.
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All prices are per person, sharing a double/twin and include: • 7 overnights at 4* accommodations (3*+ at Shannon airport) • Daily breakfast • Meet & Greet service upon arrival to Shannon or Dublin airport • Transfer from/to Shannon/Dublin airport on day seven and eight • Car rental incl. CDW & THW according to chosen category (deductibles not incl., available upon request) • One driver per car (two drivers when four people are sharing a car) • Unlimited miles/kilometers • Cell phone, one per car (US$20 prepaid) • Green fees and tee times at mentioned courses Exclusions: • Fuel, we estimate a consumption of $305 per car following our route* • Parking (public/hotels) • Road tolls, tolls for bridges and tunnels • GPS (estimate $170 per car) • Anything not mentioned in the inclusions *Fuel is included if “van and driver” -package is reserved. Deposit & Final Payment: A non-refundable deposit of $1,000 per person is required at the time of reservation. Final payment is due 90 days prior to the departure date. We recommend purchasing travel insurance. Ask your Travel Advisor or us. Forwarding registration and deposit signifies that you agree to the Terms and Conditions of this tour, which can be found at www.discovertravelshop.com.au.
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Not a golfer himself, Charlie Chaplin vacationed every year with his family, and the yearly AM-AM now boasts his name. Like many famous golfers we find ourselves teeing off today at WATERVILLE, a fine collection of unique and outstanding golf holes. GOLFING: Waterville Golf Links ROUTE: Waterville – Waterville Golf Links – Waterville OVERNIGHT: Waterville HOTEL: Butler Arms Hotel or similar DRIVING DISTANCE: 1 mile
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GOLFING: Doonbeg (Trump International Golf Links) ROUTE: Shannon Airport – Doonbeg (Trump International Golf Links) – Lahinch OVERNIGHT: Lahinch HOTEL: Lahinch Golf and Leisure Hotel or similar DRIVING DISTANCE: 58 miles
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TEE OFF WITH HISTORY
Today we tee off at the mecca of golf for over the past 100 years playing the Old Course at LAHINCH- frequently referred to as the “St. Andrew’s of Ireland”. GOLFING: Lahinch Golf Club- Old Course ROUTE: Lahinch – Golf Course – Lahinch OVERNIGHT: Lahinch HOTEL: Lahinch Golf and Leisure Hotel or similar DRIVING DISTANCE: 1 mile
A BREAK
Today we step off the green into the green of the Irish countryside as we follow the Ring of Kerry around to Kinsale.
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Landed IN the green - load up the vehicle or meet your driver at Shannon Airport and head off to the first tee. DOONBEG- recently renamed Trump International Golf Links- an experience all in itself!
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A WILD TEST OF THE GAME
Named after the Bunion family who owned the local 15th century castle, for us it conjures up images of a true seaside links course on the edge of the wild Atlantic. Rated as one of the world’s top 10, BALLYBUNION will promise to test our skills at golf. GOLFING: Ballybunion Golf Club- Old Course ROUTE: Lahinch – Ballybunion Golf Club – Killarney OVERNIGHT: Killarney HOTEL: Malton Hotel or similar DRIVING DISTANCE: 109 miles DAY
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A RARE GEM IN THE DUNES
Played at since 1889 they’ve had plenty of time to trim the fairways at this rare gem of a course- DOOKS. Sitting proudly on one of three stretches of sand dunes it offers not only a great game, but also plenty of eye-catching distractions. GOLFING: Dooks Golf Club ROUTE: Killarney – Dooks Golf Club – Waterville OVERNIGHT: Waterville HOTEL: Butler Arms Hotel or similar DRIVING DISTANCE: 40 miles
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GOLFING: Day Off ROUTE: Waterville – Kinsale OVERNIGHT: Kinsale HOTEL: Trident Hotel or similar DRIVING DISTANCE: 103 miles DAY
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A FINAL DRAMATIC PUTT
Clinging to the cliffs resisting the temper tantrums of the wild Atlantic and even adorned with a fully functioning lighthouse is OLD HEAD. Here is what golf and drama are all about! We return our vehicles to Shannon Airport in the late afternoon. GOLFING: Old Head Golf Links ROUTE: Kinsale – Old Head Golf Links – Shannon Paris Airport OVERNIGHT: Shannon HOTEL: Park Inn DRIVING DISTANCE: 96 miles DAY
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BACK TO THE CLUBHOUSE
We’ve boogied a few and sunk some birdies; even managed an eagle in our attempts forDi jon a hole-in-one. Now, our clubs as are packed Mersstories along with our GREAT ault and the time has come to scan your boarding pass- the gate is open. We’ve B ALL GoneGolfing!
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Sedan (automatic) for two people sharing a car
Station Wagon (automatic or manual) for four people sharing a car
Convertible for two people sharing a car (convertibles are on request)
About our Car Rentals Convertible Caravans takes care of all the necessary arrangements and everything that you need when renting your car in Europe. We’ve made it ALL hassle-free! Here are a few good things to be aware of in advance: To rent or drive you must be minimum of 25 years of age. Your driver’s license must have been valid for at least one year. An International Driving Permit (IDP) is required, but does not replace your valid Australian/New Zealand driver’s license. Both must be presented when you sign the contract at the airport of your first destination and pick up your car. The IDP is issued by associated members of the Australian Automobile Association (AAA). Convertible Caravans of Europe cannot be
held responsible if car rental is denied due to the lack of an IDP and a valid Australian driver’s license. A credit card is required as a guarantee by the car rental service at the time of delivery. The vehicle for two people traveling together in one car is a sedan with an automatic transmission. One person is covered to drive. The vehicle for four people traveling together in one car is a station wagon with two drivers included. Stations wagons can be either manual or automatic transmission. Convertibles are on request basis only. They can be either manual or automatic transmission according to the destination. One person is covered to drive.
Convertible Caravans of Europe cannot confirm the exact brand of the vehicle prior to arrival. The obligatory CDW (Collision Damage Waiver) and THW (Theft Waiver) are included in your rental. Deductibles apply and we are happy to advise you about these at any time. Details about the so-called “zerodeductibles” and PAI (Personal Accident Insurance) are also available. All rentals come with unlimited miles/ kilometers, unless otherwise mentioned. On all Classic Caravans, in countries where you will be picking up your car in one city and returning it at another, we have included the One-Way Fee. Vehicles are delivered with a full tank and must be returned with a full tank.
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Dooks
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